Members Urge New Guidance on Drain-tile Studies When Farmland Is Converted

Dec 31, 2024

Committee discussed requiring drain-tile studies when agricultural land is developed or subdivided after members described recurring flooding impacts to neighbors from unrecorded or damaged tile systems; staff will draft options, including tying requirements to construction depth or removing some exemptions.

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An extended committee discussion focused on whether Will County should require drain-tile studies when agricultural (A-1) land is converted to other uses.

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